PTSD & Complex Trauma
Specialist PTSD and complex trauma treatment at Cardinal Clinic, Windsor. EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, and consultant-led psychiatric care.
About this condition
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and complex trauma can have a profound and debilitating impact on every aspect of life. At Cardinal Clinic, our trauma specialists combine the most effective evidence-based therapies with compassionate, consultant-led care to help you process traumatic experiences safely and rebuild a sense of stability and control.
Conditions We Treat
We provide specialist assessment and treatment for the full range of conditions in this area, including:
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and avoidance following a traumatic event.
Complex PTSD
Resulting from prolonged or repeated trauma, often in childhood — additional symptoms include emotional dysregulation, negative self-concept, and relational difficulties.
Acute Stress Disorder
Intense psychological distress in the immediate aftermath of a traumatic event, lasting up to one month.
Adjustment Disorder
Difficulty coping with a significant life change or stressor, leading to emotional and behavioural symptoms.
Dissociative Disorders
Disruptions in consciousness, memory, identity, or perception as a response to trauma.
Trauma-Related Substance Misuse
Substance use as a coping mechanism for unresolved trauma — requiring integrated, dual-focus treatment.
Our Approach to Treatment
We combine consultant-led psychiatric care with evidence-based psychotherapy to create an integrated and effective treatment plan.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing — a highly effective, evidence-based treatment for PTSD and complex trauma.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy specifically adapted for trauma, helping patients process and re-evaluate traumatic memories.
Stabilisation & Grounding
Building emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills before processing traumatic memories directly.
Psychiatric Medication
Where appropriate, medication to manage the intensity of PTSD symptoms and support the therapeutic process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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